Ian Sears

Acting

Freshness: Jan 26, 2026

9Total Films

7.3 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ian Sears reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 9 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Ian Sears's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 22% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ian Sears remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Ian Sears Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ian Sears's career based on audience ratings.

★7.3

The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover (1989) movie poster

★7.3

The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover: When churlish mobster Albert Spica acquires an upscale French restaurant in London, he dines there nightly, effectively

The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover

1989•Crime

★6.7

★6.7

Yentl: In a time when girls were forbidden to study religious scriptures, a Jewish girl masquerades as a boy to enter religious

Yentl

1983•Music

★6.0

★6.0

Out of the Shadows: A U.S. Embassy worker is helped by an Interpol agent to prove herself innocent of a murder in the Greek isles.

Out of the Shadows

1988•TV Movie

★5.8

K-9 and Company: A Girl's Best Friend (1981) movie poster

★5.8

K-9 and Company: A Girl's Best Friend: Sarah Jane Smith arrives at the home of her Aunt Lavinia in the cozy village of Moreton Harwood, only to find that Lavin

K-9 and Company: A Girl's Best Friend

1981•TV Movie

★5.6

★5.6

King David: This is a movie about the life of Israel's king David.

King David

1985•Action

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ian Sears.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1989	The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover	Phillipe	Hit	Similar →
1988	The Most Dangerous Man in the World	Acga	Flop	Similar →
1988	Out of the Shadows	Petros	Average	Similar →
1987	Empire State	Paul	Flop	Similar →
1985	Radio Pictures	JIM 'Spot'	Flop	Similar →
1985	King David	Young David	Average	Similar →
1983	Yentl	David	Hit	Similar →
1981	K-9 and Company: A Girl's Best Friend	Brendan Richards	Average	Similar →
1979	Electric Eskimo	-	Flop	Similar →

Ian Sears - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ian Sears?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ian Sears is "The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover" with a rating of 7.3/10.

How many movies has Ian Sears acted in?

Ian Sears has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ian Sears?

Other notable films include "Yentl", "Out of the Shadows", and "K-9 and Company: A Girl's Best Friend".